Juan, Who Is Majoring in Political Science, Is Giving a Speech

question 15

Multiple Choice

Juan, who is majoring in political science, is giving a speech in class about the Electoral College. During his speech, he often talks very intimately about the legal functions and rules of the Electoral College. Justin ultimately bores his audience and does not get a very strong grade. What error might Justin have committed with his language usage?

• A) irony
• B) paraphrase
• C) colloquialisms
• D) jargon

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